Top 93 Firefighter Jobs in North Carolina

Firefighter Recruit
City of Raleigh —Raleigh, NC
- $56,825 - $72,700 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
5d
Lateral Firefighter
Town of Apex, NC —Apex, NC
- $64,679.06 - $83,639.30 a year
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Customer service
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Firefighter I
Mebane, City of (NC) —Mebane, NC
- $50,591 - $79,048 a year
- Full-time
- Residential
- Entry level
Firefighter Recruit
City of Raleigh North Carolina —Center, NC
- $56,825 - $72,700 a year
- Full-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
6d
Firefighter
Town of Leland —Leland, NC
- $57,200 - $71,500 a year
- Extended hours
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving
20h
Fire Fighter
Swain, County of NC —North Carolina
- $22,000 - $48,000 a year
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Firefighter
Forsyth County (NC) —Winston-Salem, NC
- $46,736.56 - $53,747.04 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Firefighter I,II
Town of Kernersville (NC) —Kernersville, NC
- $48,603 - $54,860 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Patient care
- Power tools
Firefighter EMT
Harrisburg, Town of (NC) —Harrisburg, NC
- $50,950 - $63,688 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Firefighter - Information Only
City of Winston-Salem, NC —Winston-Salem, NC
- $44,741 - $51,794 a year
- 12 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid jury duty
- Commuter assistance
Firefighter
Town of Hope Mills —Hope Mills, NC
- From $44,780 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Current TB test
- 5 years
Quick Apply
Firefighter Academy
City of Wilmington, NC —Wilmington, NC
- $26.51 an hour
- Email
- 18 years or older
- High school
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Forest Fire Equipment Operator
State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services —Cumberland County, NC
- $37,377 - $65,408 a year
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- CDL
FIREFIGHTER
The City of Sailsbury, NC —Salisbury, NC
- $42,464.43 - $60,724.41 a year
- Call employer
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
9h
Firefighter I
City of Goldsboro —Goldsboro, NC
- $50,401.27 - $79,634.01 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Firefighter
Town of Morrisville —Morrisville, NC
- $19.47 an hour
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Forest Fire Equipment Operator-FFEO
State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services —Dare County, NC
- $37,377 - $65,408 a year
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- CDL
Firefighter
Town of Surf City —Holly Ridge, NC
- $49,795 - $79,672 a year
- Extended hours
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mid-level
- Office
3d
Firefighter II
City of Kinston —Kinston, NC
- $48,547.20 - $77,667.20 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hand tools
- Outdoor work
8d
Firefighter/EMT
City of Hendersonville, NC —Hendersonville, NC
- $49,392.15 - $62,282.54 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Pass drug screening

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Firefighter Recruit

City of Raleigh -
Raleigh, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$56,825 - $72,700 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

EMT Certification
No experience needed
High school diploma or GED
Firefighting
Non-CDL Class C
Medical treatment knowledge
Patient emergency assistance
Entry level
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

Salary

$56,825.00 - $72,700.00 Annually

Location

Keeter Training Center 105 Keeter Center Drive, Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00469

Department

Fire Operations

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Work Hours

Monday - Friday; Academy Schedule

Hiring Range

$56,825.00

Job Description

Join our team as a Firefighter Recruit with the City of Raleigh! This is an entry-level position involving development of skills, knowledge, and abilities related to protection of life and property through firefighting and providing emergency medical treatment to the sick and injured. Candidates must successfully complete the Fire Academy, including becoming state certified as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Please note: This posting is accepting applications for both our Regular Academy and or Short (Fast-Track Academy). To be considered for the Short Academy, you will be required to upload your valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification.

If you are interested in starting your career with us, all applicants are encouraged to explore the resources below!

Discover the path: How to Become a Raleigh Firefighter
Learn about our opportunities: Raleigh Fire Department Recruiting Firefighters for the 2027 Academies
Hear our team’s stories and see the impact you can make: Join the Raleigh Fire Department!
Challenge yourself: Do You Have What It Takes?

Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Receives training and instruction in firefighting, rescue techniques, emergency medical procedures and medical lifesaving, handling of hazardous materials
Attends classes, completes physical training, and gains knowledge of equipment and equipment operations, rescue materials and supplies
Observes professional firefighter duties in the performance of firefighting and the provision of emergency medical services. Attends emergency events to increase knowledge of related duties.
Learns and maintains knowledge of department standards, policies and procedures

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; no previous experience required

Licensing, Certifications, and other Requirements:

Valid North Carolina Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
Age 18 on or before July 31, 2026
Vision corrected to 20/30 in each eye

If you are applying for the Short Academy, the following is also required:

Emergency Medical Technician (NC-EMT, NR-EMT, or other state qualified EMT) certification

Additional Information

It’s essential to provide an accurate and regularly monitored email address and phone number on your application, as all communication and updates regarding your status will be sent using the contact information you include.

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:
Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic) in or around vehicles. Employees may occasionally work in or around construction sites, confined spaces, warehouse, and shop environments.

Work Exposures:
There is frequent exposure to communicable diseases, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals or substances, and loud noises. Employees may occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate, individuals with known violent backgrounds, and be exposed to extreme cold (below 32 degrees) or extreme heat (above 100 degrees.).

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

Employer

City of Raleigh North Carolina

Address

222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

Website

https://raleighnc.gov

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